Agriculture Business Management

The agriculture business management (AAS- associate in applied science) degree is a popular, career-oriented program preparing students for careers in agribusiness industries as well as agricultural production. This agribusiness program includes the necessary accounting, economics, science, marketing and agricultural courses needed for today’s complex and changing agricultural business world. The degree will successfully transfer to several four-year universities in Illinois and other state universities.

Reasons to Consider JWCC’s Agriculture Business Management Program

Workforce Preparation: Ready to enter a career in the world of agriculture by providing skills and knowledge attractive to a wide variety of employers.

Transferability: Many courses are accepted by other state university agriculture programs. All students are encouraged to consult directly with both a JWCC agriculture transfer advisor and a destination university advisor prior to enrolling.

Opportunities in Agribusiness: There are several positions that must be filled that are vital to the success of agribusiness, in departments such as: accounting, economics, science and marketing, to support the complex and changing world of agribusiness.

Leadership Development: Leaders are developed through coursework, Post-Secondary Ag Student (PAS) competitions and involvement in student-driven campus organizations. JWCC has had many winners in Illinois and national PAS contests.